LOS ANGELES — Luka Dončić was playing with emotion and seeking revenge against the Dallas Mavericks, who were visiting the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.
Dončić made a statement in his first game against his former team since being traded by the Mavericks earlier this month, recording his first triple-double wearing the purple and gold in a 107-99 victory.
Lakers coach JJ Redick told reporters during his pregame press conference that he was hoping his star guard would find a balance while still playing with a ‘killer mentality.’
Dončić was seen staring and often mouthing something in the direction of Dallas’ bench.
Luka Dončić stats vs. Mavericks
Points: 19
FG: 6-for-17
3PT: 1-for-7
FT: 6-for-8
Rebounds: 15
Assists: 12
Steals: 3
Blocks: 2
Turnovers: 2
Fouls: 2
Minutes played: 35
All things Lakers: Latest Los Angeles Lakers news, schedule, roster, stats, injury updates and more.
Lakers vs. Mavericks highlights
Lakers’ next game
The Lakers will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday. The game is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET.
This story has been updated with new information.
